Practice Question
A nurse is caring for a client whose partner died 3 years ago and reports that they are still unable to accept the loss. The nurse should sowerofy that the cent has manifestations of which of the following types of grief?
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Correct Answer:
Prolonged grief
Rationale:
🟣 Prolonged (complicated) grief occurs when a person is unable to move forward after a significant loss and continues to experience intense yearning or emotional pain beyond 12 months.
🟣 Symptoms include preoccupation with the deceased, difficulty engaging in daily life, and denial of the loss.
🟣 The nurse should assess for depression or suicidal ideation and may refer the client for grief counseling or therapy.
🟣 Unlike uncomplicated grief, prolonged grief interferes with functioning and may require professional support.
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- Domain: RN ATI Fundamentals of Nursing
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